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Bbc News: Profile: Somalia's Islamist 'Lads'

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the rise of Somalia's Islamic Al-Shabab who have been added to the United States' list of "foreign terrorist organizations". First appearing as a youth and military group in 2006, they are performing militant attacks and...
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Bbc News: Somalia's President Quits Office

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the resignation of Somali President Abdullahi Yusuf; his rise and fall, what led to his decision to resign, opposing forces in different regions of the country, who will step in with foreign aid and direction? (December 28,...
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Brookings Institution: Somalia's Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
Following the US missile attack on Somalia and the subsequent death of Al-Shabab leader, Aden Ayro, an overview is given of the civil war that Somalia finds itself entrenched in. Battling military leaders, extremist groups, Ethiopian...
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Bbc News: New Year Heralds New Somali Fears

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the effects of the resignation of President Yusuf of Somalia and the withdrawal of Ethiopian troop support. This brings to light the question of whether the country will face greater instability and violence among warring...